WARNING...THIS IS LONG!

I'm not very good at listening to directions. That's just the honest truth.

When our son was in Kindergarten, his standardized testing came back and said he had advanced "listening" skills....he followed directions very well....OH REALLY??? See, I was his teacher....and his Mum....and well, I knew better. But dang if he wasn't able to listen and follow directions on that test!!!

If I ever have any really important documents that require a signature, I get The Hired Hand to read them....cause apparently, I don't have very good reading skills either!!!!

One of my most recent classes; Shades of White was so very good with Ivette Newport. She taught me things that I've yet to have learned, like dividing my picture into thirds. Giving more visual interest. Allowing me to develop my imagery.

Shades of White....of course dealt with whites. We also were introduced to cold wax and hot encaustic wax. Both were new to me....but I'm really enjoying the cold wax a lot.

This was my first cold wax....I just followed the class lesson. I gave it to The Hired Hand for Christmas.

Over a decade and a half of loving my retiring Bible; keeping it's Words close to my heart during the droughts and famines, the joys and laughter of my life, I've made the choice to buy a new Bible with the sole intention of documenting my walk of faith with ART.

​My old Bible will always be my go to for a quick find.....because it's like an old friend; I know every wrinkle, every smile line, every wink. Those God winks are worn and thin.....too thin for anymore documenting. Some Words are even missing.....but it's ok, cause I know them by heart.

Diane

Current ResumeI am now a retired FarmHer of the most amazing creatures God created; Sheep!!! I loved every day I was blessed with Shepherding them. I now am focusing on my art and gardening and allowing The Lord to use it for His Glory. I designed and we are building The Shepherd's Studio on our awesome property and have NO idea what God will do with it....but It's His to use however He chooses. I continue to be ever so excited about health issues, food and fun! In my ongoing endeavor to find health and healing. We are enjoying our retirement days together seeking The Father together for whatever He has for us here in East Texas. We remain broken and poured out vessels for His purposes. We love our quiet and peaceful life here in The Piney Woods of East Texas.